Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

(REF-HR/EX /00161)

CARE Somalia is an International NGO working in Somalia. CARE and its partners work with vulnerable communities to address the underlying causes of poverty and promote peace and development, through its strategic goal to reduce poverty by empowering women, enhancing access to resources and services, and improving governance.

Leverage your talent by being part of our program expansion in Somalia by applying for this exciting opportunity.

The position will be based in our Nairobi Office with some travel to Somalia.

As a manager you will be a valuable resource required to provide analysis on financial information, be responsible for the overall data integration, Chart of Accounting Compliance, and Completeness of supporting documentation.

You will ensure the development and implementation of accounting policy and procedures for both CARE and it’s Stakeholders; The Position will be required to co-ordinate financial month close activities as per CARE’s reporting calendar.

The post holder will supervise the accounting functions to ensure will also be required to also provide support to all Regional Management Unit.

Person Specification

• University Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
• Over five (5) years humanitarian aid experience in accounting. Financial management and compliance regulatory environment.
• Demonstrable experience with requirements of key humanitarian donors and capacity to work in a multidonor environment, including DFID, ECHO, USAID, and UN Agencies.
• Demonstrable experience with requirements of key statutory requirements
• Have thorough knowledge of GAAP.
• Should be detailed oriented and possess strong analytical skills.
• Should have proficiency in use of computers, MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power point) and financial software knowledge in PeopleSoft will be an added advantage.
• Active team player and possess strong management skills
• Ability to work under stress to meet tied deadlines internally and externally

To the successful candidate, CARE will offer a competitive remuneration package, a highly energized team environment composed of individuals who are committed to working as one, producing results and enjoying it.

If your career aspirations match with the required profile, please send your Application clearly marked “Accounting Manager- REF -HR/EX/00161” and CV with daytime telephone and addresses of at least three referees to recruit@som.care.org by 24th October 2012.

CARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting gender, equity and diversity and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only Short listed candidate will be contacted